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While you are not directly accountable for the performance of other departments, you are responsible for establishing and maintaining the governance framework that enables each function to meet its commitments. This includes identifying performance gaps, escalating risks, and driving corrective actions where required.\nMain responsibilities:\nManage the manufacturing areas to ensure that production objectives are met\nEnsure production of products are undertaken in compliance with cGMP and Safety standards through regular walk through and review of deviations and GMP documentations\nEnsure staff for which they are responsible are trained against SOPs and GMP requirements relevant to their job\nEnsure procedures are correctly defined and followed\nMonitor the level of GMP compliance in their area on an on-going basis\nAssess the effectiveness of training on a regular basis\nActively promote good housekeeping and hygiene practices\nEnsure problem solving reports are resolved in a timely manner\nEnsure all quality documentation and records are complete and current\nTrain/assess competence for Team Member as required\nManage performance of Team Member and overall team on an on-going basis\nEnsure that all production activities are organized and executed in compliance with cGMP and in compliance with the associated documentation\nInvolved in the preparation, review and approval of Manufacturing documentation and records.\nApproval and implementation of changes to relevant systems and assist in validation / revalidation programmes.\nProvide support and backup to team members\nDefine team targets / goals and support team in achieving them especially in the areas of safety, productivity and quality.\nActively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.\nAbout you\nRequired Experience & Capabilities:\nDegree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related discipline\nSignificant experience in a biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, with direct exposure to batch release and/or quality operations\n3 - 5 years’ experience as a team leader / supervisory role\n1 - 2 years’ experience of sterile manufacturing / aseptic processing\nTechnical knowledge of manufacturing\nProven track record in delivering Continuous improvement / Lean initiative programmes\nLeader who Delivers through collaboration\nDetailed knowledge of cGMP\nExcellent interpersonal skills - active listener\nGood problem solving and analytical skills\nEffective facilitator\nUnderstands site KPI’s\nFull understanding of Health & Safety and legal requirements for the safe operation of his team\nWhy choose us?\nBring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team \nDiscover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally \nEnjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact \nTake good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave \n#LI-EUR\nPursue progress, discover extraordinary\nBetter is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.\nAt Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.\nWatch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!\nThe salary range for this position is :€54 800,00 - €73 067Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. 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